Introducing the Business:
The New Zealand Young Writers Festival (NZYWF), is a literary-focused festival held annually in the heart of Ōtepoti/Dunedin. Proudly produced by Dunedin Fringe, the festival welcomes young writers, aged 15-35, of all kinds to celebrate a diverse range of wordsmithing including slam poetry, playwriting, songwriting, short fiction, novels, zines, screenwriting, poetry, journalism, blogging, critical content creation, podcasts, review writing, and more.
NZYWF is committed to celebrating queer, BIPOC and disabled perspectives - and we welcome everyone to take part. We are learning more about how to make our spaces more accessible, both in-person and online.
The festival is by young writers, for young writers, but audiences of all ages - from curious young minds to literary loving adults - are welcome. Join us in celebrating Aotearoa’s next generation of literary talent!
What the Business needs:
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Intern Role: Festival Intern – New Zealand Young Writers Festival The New Zealand Young Writers Festival (NZYWF) is a literary-focused festival held annually in the heart of Ōtepoti/Dunedin. Proudly produced by Dunedin Fringe, the festival celebrates young writers aged 15–35 across a diverse range of wordsmithing. This year’s festival takes place 13–14 September 2025, and will be preceded by a special wānaka/wānanga for selected young writers at Puketeraki Marae in Karitane from 10 - 12 September 2025. About the Role: The Festival Intern will work closely with the NZYWF team to support the planning and delivery of festival events. This role will utilise the strengths and interests of the successful applicant, and offers a behind-the-scenes experience in producing one of Ōtepoti’s most vibrant festivals. Key Responsibilities Assist in the development of production schedules and event logistics Support venue setups, including equipment and decoration Help implement health and safety planning Assist with poster and programme distribution Provide manaakitanga to artists, guests, and audiences, including front-of-house support Maintain clear records and communicate effectively with the festival team We’re Looking For Someone Who: Is organised, reliable, and detail-oriented Communicates clearly and works well as part of a team Can learn new systems and keep good records Has an interest in event management and/or arts production Is confident dealing with artists, volunteers, suppliers and the public in a friendly and professional way Has an awareness of, or is keen to learn about, health and safety best practices Start date: August 2025 Festival dates: 13–14 September 2025 (availability during this period is essential) Location: On-site in Ōtepoti/Dunedin Remuneration: A contract for 55 hours at $26/hr ($1,430). Schedule: Flexible in the lead-up to the festival and more intensive during festival delivery. Please note: You will need to use your own computer for this role. We look forward to working with someone passionate about the arts and hope the experience of working with our collaborative team will be a valuable industry experience, with networking and skill building opportunities, which will help them find future job opportunities. We’re happy to provide written and verbal references upon completion. |
For more information about this Business, please contact:
Office Address:
19 George Street, Dunedin
Preferred Contact Information:
Katrina Thomson
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youngwritersfest.nz dunedinfringe.nz |